2023-2024 Pre-Approved List
Co-Curricular Deadlines Fall 2023
Presidential Scholars: Within 2 weeks of the event/activity (first no later than October 16, 2023, second no later than November 20, 2023
Honors Award Recipients: Within 2 weeks of the event/activity; no later than November 20, 2023.
The following events are pre-approved. Check back for new events and updates frequently! For information on the co-curricular requirements for honors scholarship recipients, click here. Contact debra.henney@mesacc.edu with any questions.
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Co-Curricular Activities By Date
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Co-Curricular Activities by Category (Do these on your own time.)
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Past Co-Curricular Activities (See if something you attended was on the pre-approved list of activities.)
Co-Curricular Activities By Date
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES FOR FALL 2023
EngageMe Workshops
- Every other Friday, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (see dates and descriptions below)
- Meeting Room: LB 145
- Food will be offered at all events
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
- Dates and Descriptions
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Civic Action Hour Virtual Sessions
- Every Wednesday, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (see dates and descriptions below)
- Zoom Meeting Link
- Dates and Descriptions
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Career Services Professional Development Virtual Workshops
- Every Tuesday during the Fall 2023 semester Career Services offers various professional workshops to help you prepare for the professional world.
- Tuesdays at 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM
- Career Services Workshop PDF
- Click this Link to Participate in any of the Workshops Below
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
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Resume Writing |
Cover Letter Writing |
Interviewing |
Branding Yourself |
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Oct. 3 |
Sept. 12th |
Sept. 19th |
Sept. 26th |
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Oct. 31 |
Oct. 12th |
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Oct. 24th |
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Nov. 28th |
The Fall of the Berlin Wall - A Social Science Lunchtime Lecture Series
- Tuesday, September 26th, 12:00- 1:00 pm, Room SC-11E Southern-Dobson Campus
- Learn about the history, economics, and politics of this pivotal event and its long-term impact on global freedom.
- Pizza is served for those who attend in person.
- Virtual Attendance is available via Zoom.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Lecture
Cross-Cultural Variations of the Human Mind - Psi Beta's Psychology Evening Lecture Series
- Wednesday, Sept. 27th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Room SC 11E @ Southern-Dobson Campus
- Presented by Professor Amaranth Weiss
- Co-curricular Type: Academic Lecture
P.O.W.E.R of Math Study Skills (virtual)
- Date: Friday, September 29, 2023, Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Using the method of Prepare. Organize. Work. Evaluate. Rethink, this workshop focuses on how to be successful as you study for your math class.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Band & Orchestra Concert
- Oct. 3, 7pm at MCC Performing Arts Center, Southern-Dobson Country.
- Tickets $6-8, free parking.
- Join us for beautiful night of music featuring student performers led by professional musicians and educators from around the valley.
- Learn more and buy tickets here: https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/ZBH
- Co-Curricular Type: Cultural Arts
Pizza with The Prez
- Thursday, October 5th from 11:30 am- 1:30 pm, Room Mesquite 200 @ MCC RED Mountain Campus
- Please SIGN UP to attend using this LINK
- Join MCC President Dr. Tammy Robinson for Lunch and Conversation
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Jazz Combo - Free Lobby Concert
- Oct. 5, 12pm, Performing Arts Center, MCC Southern-Dobson Campus
- The Free Lobby Performance Concerts are back. Enjoy an afternoon listening to Jazz Music at the Performing Arts Center.
- Learn more here: https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/ZBr
- Co-Curricular Type: Cultural Arts
Keeping Motivated and Avoiding Burnout
- Thursday, October 5, 1:30 pm-2:30 pm, 2023
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Workshop Objectives: Student Achievement vs. Motivation, Motivation is on a Spectrum, Find Your Purpose, Create Moments to Reflect, and Develop Coping Skills.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Latinx Identity and Power Speaking Performance * Registration Required. Seating Limited*
- Thursday, October 5th, 6:00-8:00 pm, Mesa Community College Southern and Dobson Campus
- Register here
- The Office of Student Life and Leadership at Mesa Community College is proud to welcome students and community members to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. This academic presentation delves into the historical, social, and political dimensions that have shaped the emergence and development of the Latinx identity in the United States and beyond. The lecture critically examines how Latinx individuals navigate issues of representation, agency, and societal influence, as well as how the intersectionality of race, ethnicity, gender, and class plays a significant role in shaping their experiences. Through a comprehensive analysis of academic research, historical data, and contemporary case studies, this lecture sheds light on the complexities and challenges faced by Latinx communities while emphasizing the community’s collective power and contributions to broader social, cultural, and political landscapes.
- Olmeca's Biography can be found here.
- For more information and ADA accommodations setup, please contact Erick Tanchez at 480.461.7291 or Erick.Tanchez.Jr@mesacc.edu
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Lecture
Keeping Motivated and Avoiding Burnout (virtual)
- Friday, October 6, 2023, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Workshop Objectives: Student Achievement vs. Motivation, Motivation is on a Spectrum, Find Your Purpose, Create Moments to Reflect, and Develop Coping Skills.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
The Play that Goes Wrong
- Oct. 6-7 @ 7:30 pm and Oct. 7, 14 @ 2pm, MCC Theatre 1833 W. Southern Ave
- Presented by MCC Theatre & Film Arts
- Tickets $9 and $12
- Learn more and buy Tickets here: https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/ZBU
- A limited number of complimentary tickets available for honors students. Sign-up available soon. Watch for Canvas announcement.
- Co-Curricular Type: Cultural Arts
Flip Your Math Mindset
- Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 12:30-1:30 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Growth vs. Fixed Mindset (comparing and contrasting the two mindsets), The Power of Mistakes (how the brain changes and grows when we make mistakes), and Learning Strategies (strategies that you can use to shift your mindset in your math course)
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Christella's Testimonial
- Thursday, October 19, 2023, 8:00-9:15 AM
- Location: Red Mountain Campus Room: Palo Verde 114 (PV)
- Description: To honor those scholars and intellectuals who have survived domestic situations Mesa Community Colleges welcomes Christella Rivera an alumnus (2016). She will share her personal testimonial of triumph over tragedy, life over death, a survivor, and a thriver as she basks in her heavenly glory. She will be interviewed by Prof. Rod Golden from Cultural Sciences Sociology and African American Studies.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Lecture
Flip Your Math Mindset (virtual)
- Friday, October 20, 2023, 10:00 am-11:00 am
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Growth vs. Fixed Mindset (comparing and contrasting the two mindsets), The Power of Mistakes (how the brain changes and grows when we make mistakes), and Learning Strategies (strategies that you can use to shift your mindset in your math course)
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Managing Stress and Anxiety (virtual)
- Friday, November 3, 2023, 10:00 am-11:00 am
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: College is intense. This workshop will give you resources to help you manage the stresses and anxieties that you may be experiencing or will experience.
- Managing Stress and Anxiety
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
The Rising Threat of Political Extremism
- Monday, November 6th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: SC-11E
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Lecture
Managing Stress and Anxiety
- Monday, November 6, 2023, 1:30-2:30 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: College is intense. This workshop will give you resources to help you manage the stresses and anxieties that you may be experiencing or will experience.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
**NOTE Co-Curricular Reflections Are Due November 20. Events listed after this date are for students asked to re-submit.
Test Taking Strategies
- Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Learn how to Overcoming Test Anxiety, How to Prepare for a Test, General Test Taking Strategies, Strategies for Different Types of Tests (Multiple Choice, True or False, Matching Columns, Math), RACES – Writing Short Answers, How to Write an Essay on an Exam.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
60th Anniversary of JFK Assassination
- Wednesday, November 29th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: SC-11E
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Lecture
Test Taking Strategies (virtual)
- Friday, December 1, 2023, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Learn how to Overcoming Test Anxiety, How to Prepare for a Test, General Test Taking Strategies, Strategies for Different Types of Tests (Multiple Choice, True or False, Matching Columns, Math), RACES – Writing Short Answers, How to Write an Essay on an Exam.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Co-Curricular Activities by Category (On your own time)
CULTURAL/ARTS (Attend entire performance or visit museum for at least 1 hour) |
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ONLINE MUSEUMSChoose an online art museum or gallery and tour their online exhibits
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ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY |
HEARD MUSEUM (Visit Website for COVID-19 Updates/Restrictions)Students (with ID): $9.00 |
ARIZONA OPERAThe 2023-2024 Season During normal seasons, Rush Tickets are available at the box office, 2 hours before showtime. If seats are available, two tickets for $20. "On Demand"- Watch past performances on demand. |
MESA ARTS CENTERProfessional performances at the Mesa Arts Center. See website for events and admission. |
TEMPE CENTER FOR THE ARTSProfessional performances at the Tempe Center for the Arts. See website for events and admission. |
MESA GRANDE CULTURAL PARK/ARIZONA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYAdults: $5.00 |
BOYCE THOMPSON ARBORETUM STATE PARK |
DESERT BOTANICAL GARDENSFree Admission: Second Tuesday 8AM-8PM |
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUMGeneral Admission: $20.00 |
MCC THEATER Performances at MCCFree tickets are available for honors students based on availability. Watch announcements for sign-up information. |
i.d.e.a. MUSEUMAdmission: $9.00 Free Sundays: Quarterly. |
MESA CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUMFree Admission. |
BALLET ARIZONARush Tickets - Available at the box office one hour before show time, if seats available: $15, flat rate. Student Ticket - Call ahead and choose any performance date for %15 off with your MCCD Student ID. |
CHANDLER CENTER FOR THE ARTSProfessional performances at the Chandler Center for the Arts. See website for events and admission. |
CHANDLER MUSEUMFree Admission. Online Exhibits are available. |
PHOENIX ART MUSEUMEvery Wednesday| 3 – 7 pm: Free |
PHOENIX SYMPHONYFree tickets are available for honors students based on availability. Watch for announcements about sign-ups. Rush tickets are available at the box office one hour before show time. If seats are available, $12 with student ID. College Club: sign up at the box office at the venue for $30.00 with your student ID and get one ticket per weekend for the classical concerts for the whole season. (This is a smokin’ deal!) |
PHOENIX THEATERRush tickets are available at the box office one hour before show time. If seats are available, $15 with student ID. |
PUEBLO GRANDE MUSEUM ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARKAdults (18-54): $6.00 |
ASU GAMMAGEProfessional theatre performances at Gammage. See the website for performances and dates. |
SCOTTSDALE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART (SMOCA)Admission: $7 for Students, FREE on Thursdays |
SYMPHONY OF THE SOUTHWESTAdmission for 1 show: $22 |
TEMPE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAFree |
WONDERSPACES ARIZONAStudent Ticket: $20 |
Immersive Van Gogh ExhibitionTicket prices vary |
SYMPHONY OF THE SOUTHWESTSee website for 2023-2024 events and admission information. |
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT |
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STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONSJoin a club on campus! Active membership and participation must be verified by the club sponsor and submitted as your "proof of attendance." *Presidents' Scholars, submit club involvement for your 2nd co-curricular so you have time to be involved and show active participation. Honors Achievement Scholars, submit this co-curricular towards the due date so you have time to demonstrate active involvement in the club. |
STUDENT LIFE & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIESStudent Life hosts events, activities, lectures, and field trips for the student body. We will post those events that count as co-curriculars in the pre-approved list on this page. Let us know if you think we've missed something. |
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CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Get involved and join a Project Team. Civic Action Council: TBA Environmental Team- TBA Community Service Council: TBA |
MCC ATHLETICSParticipate on an MCC sports team during a semester. This can be used only once as a co-curricular activity. Active team participation must be verified by your coach and submitted as your "proof of attendance." |
MCC SPORTING EVENTCome out and support an MCC athletic team at one of their games/matches/meets/events. Attending a sporting event can count only once as a co-curricular and your reflection must apply something you've learned in your coursework at MCC. |
VOLUNTEERING (Minimum of 4 hours. Activities can be combined to total 4 hours.) |
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Virtual Volunteer OpportunitiesThe MCC Center for Community and Civic Engagement has several virtual service opportunities available through community partners such as A New Leaf, Adams Elementary, Don't Leave Me.org, GreenLight Solutions Foundation, Resurrection Street Ministry/ Faith In Motion, Special Olympics Arizona and St. Vincent de Paul. |
MCC SERVES - find a volunteer opportunity with a MCCCD Approved Community PartnerTo use volunteering as a co-curricular, it must be with an MCCD approved community partner. The opportunities posted on MCC Serves page are all with approved community partners. |
CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENTGet involved and join a Project Team. Community Service Council: TBA Students are welcome to self-enroll in our Canvas page to get up-to-date information. Join now: |
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) - Mesa United WayVolunteer opportunities: Tax Preparer (training provided), Interpreter (be fluent in Spanish and English or American Sign Language and English), Site Greeter. Receive training to become an IRS-qualified tax preparer and then volunteer during tax season to help low-income families with their tax preparation. Interns will become certified tax preparers and will gain valuable on-the-ground experience in the field. Volunteers are requested to volunteer at least 25 hours during the tax season (3 hr/week). Learn more and sign-up: http://www.mesaunitedway.org/become-vita-volunteer/ |
ACADEMIC LECTURE |
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MCCCD HONORS FORUM LECTURE SERIES2023-2024 Events TBD |
PSYCHOLOGY EVENING LECTURE SERIESStream a past MCC Psychology Evening Lecture. These lectures were hosted by Psi Beta, MCC's honors psychology society. They feature prominent speakers on a variety of topics. Recordings of past live lectures are archived on the Psi Beta website. |
TED TALKSWatch a minimum of 4 Ted Talks (totaling at least 60 minutes). Or listen to an episode of the Ted Radio Hour podcast. (Each episode explores a big idea through a series of Ted Talks) Provide the links to the talks or podcast episode information in your Co-curricular submission. |
FRONTLINE IN-DEPTH DOCUMENTARYWatch a Frontline In-Depth Documentary on a current issue. |
RACE, ARTS & DEMOCRACY LECTURE, ASUThese lectures are live, throughout the year. See ASU Center for the Study of Race and Democracy website for dates and topics. Must RSVP, space is limited |
ASU's SCHOOL OF EARTH AND SPACE EXPLORATION (SESE) Colloquium SeriesWeekly public talks. Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. Past lectures are available for streaming on your own time. |
Past Co-Curricular Activities
The Professional Student
- Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
- Time: 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Become a successful college student. This workshop focuses on the behaviors and mindset of a successful student, effective time management, and how to write professionally.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
The Professional Student (virtual)
- Date: Friday, September 8, 2023
- Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Become a successful college student. This workshop focuses on the behaviors and mindset of a successful student, effective time management, and how to write professionally.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
Time Management
- Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
- Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Learn more about the skill of time management. This workshop covers what time management is, why it is important, and how you can have effective time management.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
An Evening with Kinosian & Blair - A Music Theatre Event
- Sept. 21-23 @ 7:30 PM, in the Music Blackbox Studio MCC Music Building (43) located on the North East side of the Southern & Dobson campus. Parking is free in Lot C.
- Tickets $25
- Join us for an evening of story-telling and supper as MCC offers its first Dinner and a Show-Musical Revue, sharing the hilarious and witty songs of Kinosian and Blair. Performances will be catered and will take place Black-Box style in MU3 in the MCC Music Building.
- Learn more and buy tickets at https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/Z2o
- Co-Curricular Type: Cultural Arts
Time Management (virtual)
- Friday, September 22, 2023, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
- Location: Online WebEx
- Description: Learn more about the skill of time management. This workshop covers what time management is, why it is important, and how you can have effective time management.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
P.O.W.E.R of Math Study Skills
- Date: Monday, September 25, 2023
- Time: 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
- Location: Thunderbird Think Tank (next to Testing Center @ Southern & Dobson)
- Description: Using the method of Prepare. Organize. Work. Evaluate. Rethink, This workshop focuses on how to be successful as you study for your math class.
- Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement